Senior Accountant – Corporate

Landmark Properties•Atlanta, GA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Accountant at Landmark Properties, you will play a key role in managing the financial aspects of development projects and related entities. This role supports accurate project accounting, budget tracking, forecasts, and reporting throughout the development lifecycle. The Senior Accountant partners closely with Development leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure timely, accurate financial information that supports informed decision-making. To thrive in this role, you must communicate effectively, manage competing deadlines, and be highly detail-oriented and organized.

Requirements

2–5 years of accounting experience preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related business field preferred.

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial statement impacts.
Experience supporting development or project-based accounting environments.
Demonstrated ability to analyze budgets, costs, and financial data and exercise sound judgment.
Working knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, and best practices.
Experience supporting month-end close in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with ERP accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate issues.

Responsibilities

Independently manage accounting activities related to assigned development projects, including tracking costs, budgets, and key financial details.
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation related to development activity in accordance with GAAP and internal controls.
Own assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts tied to development projects; investigate and resolve variances and discrepancies.
Support month-end and quarter-end close processes by ensuring development-related transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
Track and analyze development project costs against approved budgets; identify trends, risks, and variances and communicate findings to management.
Prepare financial schedules and reports to support internal development, leadership, and FP&A reporting needs.
Partner cross-functionally with Development, FP&A, and other internal teams to ensure proper timing, classification, and treatment of transactions.
Review invoices and expenditures for accuracy, appropriate coding, and alignment with development budgets and approvals.
Assist with internal and external audits by preparing development-related documentation and responding to inquiries as needed.
Contribute to continuous improvement of development accounting processes, controls, and documentation.
Serve as a resource for less-experienced accounting team members by providing guidance on development-related accounting matters when appropriate.